Description

Australian History For Dummies is your tour guide through
the important events of Australia's past, introducing you to the
people and events that have shaped modern Australia. Be there as
British colonists explore Australia's harsh terrain with varying
degrees of success. In this informative guide you'll

Find out about Australia's infamous bushrangers

Learn how the discovery of gold caused a tidal wave of
immigration from all over the world

Understand how Australia took two steps forward to become a
nation in its own right in 1901, and two steps back when the
government was dismissed by the Crown in 1975

Discover the fascinating details that made Australia the country
it is today!